INSTALLATION
All you need to know about what is and isn't included as part of installation

Standard installation is included in the price of the spa.

What we regard as standard installation is:
The customer having the flat, firm base for the spa already prepared before we arrive. See information below regarding the preferred bases etc.

The customer having the correct waterproof 3-pin plug ready for us to plug the spa into. (If you do not have an electrician you use, we are happy to recommend one). (See more about electrics below.)

We provide one person for a standard installation. If the customer provides any assistance needed to get the spa from our truck to the site, then that is included in the price. If we need to supply more than one person to get the spa from the truck to the site, then that becomes an extra cost.

PREPARATION
Regarding permits and fencing regulations
In our experience we have found that individual Councils' policies vary widely as to whether permits or registration is required and as to the granting of dispensations regarding the fencing of portable spa pools with lockable covers. Please contact your local council for clarification on these matters!

Insurance
When you receive your new portable spa pool, you will have a valuable item on your property, don't forget to telephone your insurance company!

Back Flow Preventors
Due to recent law changes, Councils now require Back Flow Preventors to be installed with all new spa pools. If the spa is to be filled or topped up with a garden tap, you need a Back Flow Preventor which simply screws onto the tap just like any other hose fitting, then the bolt is tightened on the side until the bolt head shears off and installation is complete. Back Flow Preventors are available from most large plumbing supply stores, or are available from Wright Spa Pools.

Ground Preperation (If Required)
Your Portable Spa has been engineered to perform on all kinds of common surfaces.
A reinforced concrete pad at least 75mm thick is best for long term use, however other foundations are acceptable as long as they are level and will support the spa.

It is your responsibility to provide a suitable level foundation for your spa. Unless special arrangements have been made prior to delivery, our delivery staff do not prepare your site.

Various Foundations for Spas:-

For the home handyperson, Dry Mix is an easy substitute for concrete. It is easy to prepare, levels undulating ground, and it can be easily broken up if the spa is transferred to a different location. You would need about 3-5 bags of commercial mix like "Dricon" or a mixture of sand and cement ( 10-1 ratio). Prepare the site by removing the grass with a spade. Spread the dry mix over the site and level it with a screed broad and spirit level. It needs to be at least 25mm thick. Sprinkle the mixture with a fine spray from a hose and allow the mixture to harden.
A word of warning: Do not put your new spa on any soft surfaces like grass, sand or dirt. Any surface that has a tendency to settle unevenly will put pressure and tension on the spa pool. This could eventually lead to distortion of the spa and would not be covered by the warranty. The site must be solid and firm!

Deck Installation
To be certain that your deck can support your spa, you must know the deck's maximum load capacity. Consult a qualified building contractor or structural engineer before you place the spa on an elevated deck or indoors.
Indoor Installation

Be aware of some special requirements if you place your spa indoors. If water spills onto the floor around the spa, it can cause poor footing. Suitable flooring materials should give your feet good grip when wet and good drainage is essential. The area's humidity will naturally be higher with the spa installed so check for airborne moisture's effect on exposed wood, paper etc in the room. To minimise these effects and to make your room more comfortable it is best to provide plenty of ventilation to the spa area. An architect can help to determine if more ventilation must be installed. Additionally, when building a new room for the spa, install a floor drain to allow easy clean-up of water and disposal of water when draining the spa.

HotSpot models are equipped with a jet pump shroud to remove excessive heat from the equipment compartment. This vent must not be blocked by anything, including carpet.